The City of Nelsonville is accepting letters of interest and resumes for the position of city auditor. This position is for the charter auditors remaining term until December 1, 2027. The position responsibilities are as follows:

• The City Auditor is a Full-time non-partisan position making $60,000 per year.
• The position includes the following benefits:
  • Health, vision, dental, life insurance coverages
  • OPERS retirement membership
  • Ohio 457 availability
  • Flexible hours
  • Opportunities for training and growth
• The charter requires a candidate to be a resident and qualified elector for one (1) year before the election. So effectively, qualified candidates should be a resident/elector before November of 2026.
• There is an expectation that the candidate will be available for shadowing and training before the 1-1-2026 start date.
• The position will be responsible for a range of duties
  • Maintaining the City’s accounting books and ledger. Overseeing all revenue into the City and all expenses out of the city, except Mayor’s Court which is managed elsewhere
  • Check writing and meticulous record keeping for accounts payable
  • Payroll processing
  • Managing the annual audit
  • Benefits and pension management
  • Managing and supervising the collection and processing of the City’s 1.75% income tax.
  • Representing the City at a range of public and regional events and trainings
  • Reporting to council monthly
  • A range of annual, quarterly, and monthly report generation and submission to a long list of state, federal, and partner agencies
  • Managing 3 full time staff members
  • Fiduciary duty to the City taxpayer and financial advisor to the City Council
  • A range of other duties and responsibilities.
  • The candidate must produce a $1,000,000 public service bond to take the position. The costs of the bond policy are to be paid by the City.

Interested individuals may submit a letter of interest and resume to administration@cityofnelsonville.com or 211 Lake Hope Drive Nelsonville, Ohio 45764 (Attn: City Manager’s Office)

Don’t Crowd the Plow

The Move Over Law in Ohio (and other states), requires drivers to shift a lane away or slow down significantly when passing any stopped vehicle with flashing lights, including tow trucks, utility vehicles, and snowplows, to protect roadside workers and emergency personnel. This law is crucial because snowplows are wide, create reduced visibility with snow clouds, and may shift unexpectedly, making passing extremely dangerous.

Why You Shouldn’t Crowd the Plow

• Limited Visibility for Drivers: Plow operators have large blind spots. As a general rule: if you can’t see the plow truck’s side mirrors, the driver can’t see you.
• Plows Travel Slower: Snowplows typically move at 30-35 mph, which is well below the posted speed limit on most roads. Be patient and don’t assume they are going as fast as you.
• Sudden Movements: Plows may need to stop or turn frequently, often with little warning, to clear the roads effectively.
• “Snow Clouds”: Plowing creates large snow clouds that can cause sudden whiteout conditions and zero visibility for nearby drivers.
• Stopping Distance: It takes significantly longer to stop on snow and ice. The heavy weight of a plow also means it cannot stop quickly. 

Safety Tips When Encountering a Snowplow

• Stay Back: Maintain a distance of at least 200 feet (about ten car lengths) behind a snowplow. The safest place to drive is well behind the plow where the road is clear.
• Do Not Pass on the Right: Snowplows often push snow and salt to the right shoulder, and passing on the right can be extremely dangerous.
• Pass with Extreme Caution (if needed): If you must pass, do so on the left with extreme caution, being aware of snow clouds and the plow’s blind spots. However, this is strongly discouraged.
• Slow Down: Drive at a speed appropriate for the road conditions, which will be much slower than the speed limit when snow and ice are present.
• Stay Alert: Be vigilant for plows turning or exiting the road suddenly.